Mazda 3 Maintenance Costs
A Mazda 3 will cost about $5,649 for maintenance and repairs during its first 10 years of service.
This beats the industry average for popular sedan models by $312. There is also a 16.22% chance that a 3 will require a major repair during that time. This is 0.59% better than similar vehicles in this segment. The chart below illustrates how these costs and repair probabilities will increase over time.
An extended warranty is optional but recommended.
$1,772
Cost of maintenance/repair in the first five years.
This is less than the industry average for popular Sedan models by $5,650.
5%
Chance that this car will need a major repair in its first five years.
This is 16% better than similar vehicles in this segment.
Warranty Score:
Mazda 3
A higher score reflects a more reliable car, meaning the likelihood and cost of repairs is lower.
This value is determined by the cost of maintenance and the likelihood of repair values.
Get QuoteMazda 3 Maintenance Costs
| Year | Major Repair Probability | Annual Costs |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1.67% | $226 |
| 2 | 2.78% | $266 |
| 3 | 3.11% | $330 |
| 4 | 5.50% | $433 |
| 5 | 7.88% | $517 |
| 6 | 8.86% | $651 |
| 7 | 9.56% | $754 |
| 8 | 12.35% | $794 |
| 9 | 13.65% | $821 |
| 10 | 16.22% | $857 |
| 11 | 25.12% | $910 |
| 12 | 31.25% | $991 |
Mazda 3 Maintenance Schedule
| Mileage | Recommended Maintenance |
|---|---|
| 7,500 | Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Rotate Tires, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Change Oil and Filter |
| 15,000 | Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Rotate Tires, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Change Oil and Filter |
| 22,500 | Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Rotate Tires, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Change Oil and Filter |
| 25,000 | Cabin Replace Air Filter |
| 30,000 | Rotate Tires, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Change Oil and Filter, Cabin Replace Air Filter, Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors |
| 37,500 | Replace Air Filter, Lubricate Doors, Rotate Tires, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Change Oil and Filter, Lubricate Trunk |
| 45,000 | Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Rotate Tires, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Change Oil and Filter |
| 50,000 | Cabin Replace Air Filter |
| 52,500 | Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Rotate Tires, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Change Oil and Filter |
| 60,000 | Rotate Tires, Cooling System Flush, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Change Oil and Filter, Cabin Replace Air Filter, Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors |
| 67,500 | Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Rotate Tires, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Change Oil and Filter |
| 75,000 | Replace Air Filter, Rotate Tires, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Change Oil and Filter, Cabin Replace Air Filter, Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Spark Plugs Replacement |
| 82,500 | Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Rotate Tires, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Change Oil and Filter |
| 90,000 | Rotate Tires, Cooling System Flush, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Change Oil and Filter, Cabin Replace Air Filter, Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors |
| 97,500 | Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Rotate Tires, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Change Oil and Filter |
| 100,000 | Cabin Replace Air Filter |
| 105,000 | Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Rotate Tires, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Change Oil and Filter |
| 112,500 | Replace Air Filter, Lubricate Doors, Rotate Tires, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Change Oil and Filter, Lubricate Trunk |
| 120,000 | Rotate Tires, Cooling System Flush, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Change Oil and Filter, Cabin Replace Air Filter, Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors |
| 125,000 | Cabin Replace Air Filter |
| 127,500 | Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Rotate Tires, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Change Oil and Filter |
| 135,000 | Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Rotate Tires, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Change Oil and Filter |
| 142,500 | Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Rotate Tires, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Change Oil and Filter |
| 150,000 | Replace Air Filter, Rotate Tires, Cooling System Flush, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Spark Plugs Replacement, Valve Clearance Adjustment |
What About Mazda 3 Insurance Costs?
The average cost to insure a Mazda 3 is about $1,947 per year. This adds up to around $9,735 after 5 years of vehicle ownership. Unlike regular maintenance, this expense can often be lowered by shopping around for lower insurance premiums. Comparing quotes will ensure that you are not overpaying if you already own a Mazda 3. Or, if you are just researching, then it would be money-wise to know this cost before buying. Try our Competitive Quote Tool or the form below to get free quotes. Advertising Disclosure
Mazda 3 Maintenance Rankings
We've ranked over 200 models from best to worst for Maintenance. See where the Mazda 3 ranks for Maintenance compared to other vehicles. Also check out how the 3 stacks up in our rankings for Depreciation, Insurance and Overall Costs.
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